Nuggets vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Tips - 28 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 28, 2024, 2:09AM | Published: Dec 27, 2024, 12:50AM
The Denver Nuggets will take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action at Ball Arena on Saturday, starting at 1:00pm AEDT.
With the likes of Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and Michael Porter, the Nuggets are looking to overcome a Cavaliers side that includes Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Darius Garland.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Nuggets vs Cavaliers game, along with the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Denver vs Cleveland NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Cavaliers a 63% chance of beating the Nuggets at Ball Arena.
Nuggets vs Cavaliers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Ball Arena are listed here:
- Head to Head: Nuggets $2.35, Cavaliers $1.62
- Line: Nuggets +3.5 ($1.91), Cavaliers -3.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 236.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Nuggets at $2.35 and the Cavaliers at $1.62.
The Nuggets are listed as 3.5-point underdogs against the Cavaliers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Cavaliers (-3.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 236.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Nuggets and the Cavaliers have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 236.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 52% of the time.
Nuggets vs Cavaliers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Cleveland at $1.62 with Bet365
- Line: Cavaliers -3.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 236.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Nuggets vs Cavaliers best bets are based on world-class modelling and gambling intelligence to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
Nuggets vs Cavaliers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Nuggets vs Cavaliers at Ball Arena on Saturday is the Cavaliers winning 119-115.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Denver vs Cleveland game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
Nuggets vs Cavaliers: Player Props
Betting on Cleveland vs Denver player props? Stats Insider uses the best data available to predict key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Nikola Jokic is expected to step up for the Nuggets with 25 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to have 25 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists for the Cavaliers.
Nuggets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nikola Jokic | 25 | 12 | 10 |
| Jamal Murray | 21 | 4 | 6 |
| Michael Porter | 18 | 7 | 2 |
| Russell Westbrook | 15 | 6 | 6 |
| Julian Strawther | 11 | 3 | 2 |
Cavaliers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | 25 | 4 | 5 |
| Evan Mobley | 18 | 10 | 3 |
| Darius Garland | 17 | 3 | 7 |
| Jarrett Allen | 14 | 10 | 2 |
| Caris LeVert | 11 | 3 | 4 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the Denver vs Cleveland game.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Nuggets vs Cavaliers: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Nuggets and Cavaliers at Ball Arena is scheduled to start at 1:00pm AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Denver Nuggets vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Saturday 28 December 2024
- Time: 1:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Ball Arena
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Denver vs Cleveland predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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